GHC Hospital’s Cardiology dept: Providing Excellence in Cardiac Care in Thane Down Region
GHC Hospitals, Mumbai, a renowned superspeciality hospital has etched its name in the healthcare history of Mumbra, Thane by performing its first open-heart surgery, beginning with its unwavering dedication to providing cardiac care. Previously known as Kalsekar Hospitals, Dr Zainulabedin Hamdulay has transformed it into “GHC Hospitals” which has nurtured one of Thane’s most robust cardiovascular care programs, offering comprehensive services from infancy to adulthood and achieving exceptional patient outcomes.
Comprehensive Cardiac Care at GHC Hospitals has earned a stellar reputation for providing comprehensive cardiovascular services, including round-the-clock care during the crucial Golden Hour following a heart attack. An exceptional team of Cardiac Surgeons – Dr Zainulabedin Hamdulay -Chairman and director of Heart Transplant and cardiac Surgery, Dr. Vishal N. Pingle, Dr Sarang Agnihotri along with the team of Cardiac Anaesthesia: Dr Sanjesh Jain & Dr Meher Z Hamdulay as well as the Cardiology Doctors Team – Dr. Shalima Gautam, Dr Shakeel Shaikh, Dr. Sandip Fulpagare, Dr Vimlesh Pandey & Dr Amit Garg work diligently with committed colleagues to deliver timely and efficient care within this crucial window, greatly increasing the likelihood of patient recovery.
A Legacy of Excellence
Since its inception, GHC Hospitals has been on an extraordinary journey, consistently achieving remarkable milestones that have catapulted it to a leadership position in healthcare. One such groundbreaking achievement was becoming the first midsize hospital in the Thane and Navi Mumbai suburbs to successfully perform Heart Transplants and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI). These revolutionary procedures have established GHC Hospitals as the epicentre of advanced heart treatments, attracting patients not just from the region but from across India and even overseas.
A Sneak Peak into the Cardiac Department:
GHC Hospitals has long been a front-runner in providing comprehensive cardiac care services. With state-of-the-art facilities and a team of world-class cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and dedicated support staff, the hospital has consistently demonstrated its commitment to the well-being of patients suffering from heart-related conditions. The department provides treatment options for coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and valve disorders. Cardiac interventions such as angioplasty, stent placement, and pacemaker implantation are performed to improve heart function. The department also offers cardiac rehabilitation programs to aid in recovery after heart-related procedures. With a team of skilled cardiologists, nurses, and advanced technology, the cardiac department ensures the highest quality care for patients with heart health needs.
PCI, sometimes referred to as angioplasty, is a minimally invasive procedure intended to widen coronary arteries that have become clogged with plaque and restore blood flow to the heart muscle. It entails inserting a catheter under real-time imaging guidance to identify and treat ailing coronary arteries. Dr. Hamdulay emphasizes, “Imaging guidance during PCI is one of the key determinants of procedural outcomes because it is an integral part of every stage of PCI, including assessment of lesion severity, pre-procedural planning, selection of appropriate stenting strategy, stent size, landing zones, optimization, and management of immediate complications such as dissection, thrombus, tissue prolapse, side-branch compromise, etc. Imaging aids in the detection and treatment of stent failure caused during follow-up in cases of restenosis or thrombosis.”
The facility offers a broad range of 24/7 Interventional Cardiology Services, including Primary PCI for Acute Myocardial Infarction and Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting (PCI). The hospital’s cardiac treatment menu includes intricate cardiac surgeries including Mitral-Valvuloplasty, Permanent Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Resynchronization. Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring, the Head-Up Tilt Table Test, and CTC Coronary Angiography are examples of diagnostic services. In the realm of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, GHC hospitals stand out with their expertise in Coronary Bypass Surgery (CABG), Valve Replacement, Valve Repair, Aortic Root, Bentall surgery and Aneurysm surgeries. The hospital is among the top cardiac care centers in the world thanks to its excellent skill in minimally invasive bypass procedures, complete arterial revascularization, and off-pump surgeries.
A Message from the Hospital’s Leadership:
The cardiac team of doctors comprises Dr. Zainulabedin Hamdulay (Chairman and director – of Heart Transplant and Cardiac Surgery), Dr. Vishal N. Pingle and Dr. Sarang Agnihotri. Dr. Hamdulay, Founder of GHC Hospitals, expressed immense pride in the hospital’s achievement, stating, “We are honoured to have accomplished this remarkable milestone in cardiac care. Our mission has always been to provide the highest quality healthcare services to our community, and this successful heart transplant reaffirms our commitment to excellence.”
Dr. Shakil Shaikh, Senior Cardiologist and the esteemed members of the GHC Hospitals team emphasise the pivotal role of advanced technologies such as the Rotablator Procedure, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), Balloon Mitral Valve (BMV) procedure etc. in delivering superior cardiac care in PCI procedures. The success of GHC Hospitals’ first-ever heart transplant opens up new possibilities for patients suffering from severe heart conditions in the Thane Down region. With a demonstrated track record of excellence, GHC Hospitals is poised to become a hub for cardiac care, offering hope and a second chance at life for those in need.
Cutting-edge services at the GHC Hospital’s Cath Lab empower a broad spectrum of services for cardiology and interventional radiology. These services include coronary angiography, coronary interventions, digital subtraction angiography (DSA), neurological interventions, peripheral angiography and interventional procedures, permanent pacemaker implantation (both single and dual biventricular), internal cardiac defibrillators (ICD), valve replacement and repair, coronary resynchronization therapy (CRT), pericardial tapping, IVC filter insertion, abdominal angiography, embolisation, and angioplasties. This formidable array of services underscores GHC Hospital’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge cardiac care.
Conclusion:
GHC Hospitals’ historic achievement in performing the first-ever heart transplant in Thane Down is a testament to the hospital’s unwavering dedication to advancing medical science and patient care. This accomplishment not only raises the bar for cardiac care in the region but also paves the way for a healthier and brighter future for countless individuals in need of life-saving interventions.
With an impressive track record of achievements and a commitment to innovation, GHC Hospitals continue to raise the bar for cardiac care, offering hope and healing to patients seeking comprehensive and cutting-edge solutions for cardiac ailments